Timeline
07:47
Arrive at the vineyard before the sun breaks the horizon. The grounds are quiet and perfect for finding a quiet spot to watch the sky lighten. Note that guided tours and tastings require advance booking, but simply being present is free and rewarding.
08:47
Walk 16 minutes to Fiets & Wandelcafé A gen Kirk. By now the sun is up and the café is likely open for early risers. This cosy spot opposite the church is decorated from floor to roof with Christian art, statues, and bibles. It is a perfect place to warm up with a coffee or a drink after the cold morning air.
09:17
Walk 16 minutes to Cuba Libre for a hearty breakfast or early lunch. If you are feeling adventurous, try their specialty, sopa de platanos (banana soup). It is an interesting local twist that you will not find everywhere. Mains start from €16.
Local tip
The vineyard is family-run and has been producing wine since the late 1980s. While you do not need a tour to enjoy the sunrise, if you wish to taste their different wines, you must book in advance.
Check before you go
- Fiets & Wandelcafé A gen Kirk and Cuba Libre do not list specific opening hours in the context. Call ahead to confirm they are open at 08:32 (sunrise time) or shortly after.
- Vineyard St. Martinus requires advance booking for guided tours and tastings. Walk-in visits are generally allowed for the grounds but check if any specific access is restricted.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Vaals (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).